Ceigall India Commissions Second 5 MW Solar Unit in Maharashtra
Ceigall India has commissioned an additional 5 MW solar power plant in Maharashtra under the state's MSKVY 2.0 scheme, making it the company's second such unit commissioned in the state. The development was reported by three outlets on 22 September 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Project | 5 MW Solar Power Plant (second unit) |
| Promoter / Developer | Ceigall India |
| Location | Maharashtra |
| Scheme | MSKVY 2.0 |
| Capacity | 5 MW |
| Stage | Commissioned |
| Project Value | Not reported |
Scheme Context: MSKVY 2.0
The plant has been commissioned under Maharashtra's Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0 (MSKVY 2.0), a state government scheme aimed at expanding solar-based power supply to agricultural feeders across Maharashtra. The commissioning of a second unit signals continued execution progress by Ceigall India within this programme. No further project-level details — including total contracted capacity, project cost, or timeline — were available in the reported headlines.
Maharashtra's Position in India's Solar Pipeline
Maharashtra is among the most active states for solar project activity in India. Projects India tracks 1,304 live solar based power projects across the country, of which 186 are located in Maharashtra — placing it joint-first alongside Karnataka. Both states significantly lead Telangana (139 projects), Andhra Pradesh (93), Gujarat (84) and Rajasthan (82).
Recent solar projects entering the construction phase in Maharashtra tracked by Projects India include a solar power project promoted by CleanMax, and an integrated solar wafers, cells and modules manufacturing facility at Butibori, Nagpur, promoted by Jupiter International Limited at a reported value of Rs 10,900 crore. A solar power project at Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar promoted by GAIL (India) Limited, valued at Rs 3,800 crore, is currently under approvals.
For a broader view of power project activity across India, including solar, wind and hybrid developments, see the sector overview on Projects India.
Stage Breakdown: Where the National Solar Pipeline Stands
Of the 1,304 solar based power projects tracked nationally by Projects India, the largest share — 641 projects — are currently under approvals, indicating a substantial pipeline yet to move into active construction. A further 217 projects have construction started, while 195 are at the planning stage. Completed projects number 128, with 46 on hold and 25 at an early or announced stage.
Nineteen new solar projects were added to the tracked pipeline in the last 90 days, reflecting continued momentum in project origination across the country. There are currently no open India tenders recorded under the Power Projects sector on the Projects India platform.
What this means for suppliers and contractors
The commissioning of Ceigall India's second 5 MW unit under MSKVY 2.0 confirms active execution is under way within Maharashtra's agricultural solar feeder programme, pointing to near-term demand for operations and maintenance services, metering infrastructure and grid-connection works at the project level.
At the broader state level, Maharashtra's 186 tracked solar projects — spread across approvals, planning and construction stages — represent a sustained opportunity for equipment suppliers, civil contractors, electrical sub-contractors and balance-of-plant providers. With 641 projects nationally still under approvals, a significant volume of procurement activity is expected to move to tender and construction phases in the coming months.
Suppliers active in Maharashtra should also monitor the MSKVY 2.0 programme for further packages, given that Ceigall India's second commissioning under the scheme suggests multiple units may form part of a larger programme rollout. Torrent Green Energy's recent commissioning of 322 MWp of solar in Maharashtra further underlines the state's role as a key execution market. Suppliers tracking early-stage projects nationally can view all tracked projects on Projects India.
Frequently asked questions
What solar project has Ceigall India commissioned in Maharashtra?
Ceigall India has commissioned a second 5 MW solar power plant in Maharashtra under the state's MSKVY 2.0 scheme. This follows an earlier 5 MW unit, making it the company's second commissioning under this programme, as reported by three outlets on 22 September 2026.
What is the MSKVY 2.0 scheme in Maharashtra?
MSKVY 2.0, or Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0, is a Maharashtra state government scheme designed to expand solar-based power supply to agricultural feeders. Ceigall India's second 5 MW plant has been commissioned under this programme.
How many solar projects are tracked in Maharashtra?
Projects India tracks 186 solar based power projects in Maharashtra, placing the state joint-first with Karnataka among all Indian states by number of tracked solar projects, ahead of Telangana with 139 projects.
